RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macrovs XF 35mm f/1.4 R
Canon
RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro (2018)
Starting from £449 new
Best for Everyday carry, travel & close-up work
View RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro
VS
Fujifilm
XF 35mm f/1.4 R (2012)
Starting from £399 new
Best for Street, documentary & everyday photography
View XF 35mm f/1.4 R
GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Everyday Carry, Travel & Close-Up Work — RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro (2018): The most versatile compact RF prime — 35mm, f/1.8, 5-stop IS, and 0.5× macro in one affordable package.
Street, Documentary & Everyday Photography — XF 35mm f/1.4 R (2012): The original XF legend — still the finest 35mm lens for Fujifilm shooters who prioritise rendering and character over autofocus speed.
Who should buy what
Quick take: The xf 35mm f/1.4 r is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro (2018) | XF 35mm f/1.4 R (2012) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £449 | £399 |
| Sensor | Canon RF mount (full-frame) | f/1.4 (max aperture) |
| Video | N/A — lens | 28cm minimum focus distance |
| Autofocus | STM (Lead-screw type) — quiet for video | DC coreless motor — not the fastest, but accurate; can be audible during video |
| Stabilisation | Optical IS — 5 stops | None (relies on body IBIS) |
| Burst Rate | N/A | N/A |
| Battery Life | N/A | N/A |
| Weight | 305g | 187g |
| Dimensions | 74.4mm diameter × 62.8mm length | 65mm diameter × 45.2mm length |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | N/A | N/A |
| Screen | N/A | N/A |
| Mount | 52mm filter thread | Fujifilm X-mount |
| Memory Cards | N/A | N/A |
| Connectivity | N/A | N/A |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | RF 35mm f/1.8 IS STM Macro | XF 35mm f/1.4 R |
|---|---|---|
| Travel | ||
| Street | ||
| Landscape | — | |
| Portrait | — |
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